Monroe Park, Richmond, Va.
Card Text (transcribed from postcard): During the war this site was used as a recruiting and drill ground, and afterwards as the State Fair Grounds. Is now situated in the fashionable residence section of the City. Its shady walks and velvety lawn attract hundreds of children and their nurses. It was first intended to erect the Davis Monument in the park and a cornerstone was laid near the fountain.
Manufacturer: Southern Bargain House, Richmond, Va.
Description: No published or copyright date listed on postcard.
Date Postmarked: Not postmarked.
Note: Beautiful and Historical Richmond, Va. Series No. 34;
Rights: This item is in the public domain. Acknowledgement of the Virginia Commonwealth University Libraries as a source is requested.
Reference URL: scholarscompass.vcu.edu/postcard/458
Collection: Rarely Seen Richmond: Early twentieth century Richmond as seen through vintage postcards
Monroe Park, Richmond, Va.
Card Text (transcribed from postcard): During the war this site was used as a recruiting and drill ground, and afterwards as the State Fair Grounds. Is now situated in the fashionable residence section of the City. Its shady walks and velvety lawn attract hundreds of children and their nurses. It was first intended to erect the Davis Monument in the park and a cornerstone was laid near the fountain.
Manufacturer: Southern Bargain House, Richmond, Va.
Description: No published or copyright date listed on postcard.
Date Postmarked: Not postmarked.
Note: Beautiful and Historical Richmond, Va. Series No. 34;
Rights: This item is in the public domain. Acknowledgement of the Virginia Commonwealth University Libraries as a source is requested.
Reference URL: scholarscompass.vcu.edu/postcard/458
Collection: Rarely Seen Richmond: Early twentieth century Richmond as seen through vintage postcards